Pat Mayse East
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About Pat Mayse East
Overview Pat Mayse East Campground is on the banks of Pat Mayse Lake in the Red River Basin in Lamar County, Texas. Easy access to developed park areas has made the lake a haven for families who enjoy camping, picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing and other outdoor recreation. Recreation The lake provides excellent opportunities for boating, swimming and fishing. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, white crappie, sunfish, striped bass and channel and flathead catfish, among other species. Hunting is a very popular activity in the area. The surrounding lands are managed for upland game and whitetail deer. Other species present include fox squirrel, gray squirrel, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, cottontail rabbit, raccoon and fox. Opossum, beaver, mink, skunk and nutria are also present. The lake also provides resting and feeding habitat for migratory waterfowl. A few miles north of the project area are the famed Red River Bottoms where waterfowl congregate in impressive numbers. Equestrian trails are available right next to the campground. Facilities The lake provides excellent opportunities for boating, swimming and fishing. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, white crappie, sunfish, striped bass and channel and flathead catfish, among other species. Hunting is a very popular activity in the area. The surrounding lands are managed for upland game and whitetail deer. Other species present include fox squirrel, gray squirrel, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, cottontail rabbit, raccoon and fox. Opossum, beaver, mink, skunk and nutria are also present. The lake also provides resting and feeding habitat for migratory waterfowl. A few miles north of the project area are the famed Red River Bottoms where waterfowl congregate in impressive numbers. Equestrian trails are available right next to the campground. Natural Features Pat Mayse Lake covers almost 6,000 acres and has 67 miles of shoreline. It is situated among gently rolling grasslands and mixed hardwood forests studded with mature pines. Wildlife is abundant in the surrounding area.
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What makes Pat Mayse East special
Pat Mayse East campground hugs the wooded shoreline of Pat Mayse Lake in the Red River Basin of northeast Texas, offering a quieter alternative to the state's more heavily trafficked reservoirs. The 5,993-acre lake is known for excellent crappie and bass fishing, particularly in spring when the bite is most reliable. Swimming areas give families a place to cool off during the long Texas summers, while the boat ramp provides easy lake access for skiing and pleasure cruising. Shaded picnic areas beneath towering hardwoods make midday comfortable even in July. The campground works well from March through November, though spring and fall deliver the mildest temperatures and best fishing conditions. Arrive early on holiday weekends — sites fill fast with anglers from the Dallas-Fort Worth area making the two-hour drive east. Pat Mayse East is a strong pick for fishing families, weekend boaters, and campers who prefer a relaxed Lamar County setting over crowded resort lakes.
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Phone
903-732-4956
Getting There
From Paris, TX, take HWY 271 north for 12 miles to FM 906 W, then 4 miles to FM 197. Turn west for 1 mile to CR 35850. Keep straight until reaching the signs for the two loops.
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How do reservations work for Pat Mayse East?
Reservation availability for Pat Mayse East can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
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Where is Pat Mayse East located?
Pat Mayse East is in Texas near POWDERLY.
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